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Landscape Lighting: An Easy Way to Improve & Extend Living Spaces With Rob Redden

πŸ“… April 27, 2021 ⏱️ 45:31 🎀 Alex Cadieux, Rob Redden

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  • 0:00
    Introduction to In-Lite
    Alex introduces Rob Redden from In-Lite, highlighting the ease of use of their outdoor lighting products for landscape contractors.
  • 0:33
    Industry Evolution & New Effects
    Rob discusses how landscape lighting has evolved beyond basic uplighting, emphasizing new effects like shadow and cross lighting to create dramatic outdoor spaces.
  • 0:50
    Emotional Impact of Lighting
    The discussion shifts to how lighting sells emotion and an experience, making backyards feel more luxurious and functional, which homeowners are willing to invest in.
  • 1:48
    Overcoming Lighting Hesitation
    Alex and Rob address contractors' reluctance to offer lighting, emphasizing its simplicity with the right products and the significant profit margins available.
  • 2:53
    Getting Started with Lighting
    Rob advises contractors to leverage In-Lite's support for design and installation, and highlights available online training resources for those new to lighting.
  • 4:29
    Cost and Revenue Opportunities
    The hosts discuss typical lighting project costs and revenue, noting that contractors can significantly increase profits due to the quick and easy installation of In-Lite products.
  • 6:30
    Professional Grade Lighting
    Rob stresses the importance of using professional-grade lighting to avoid callbacks and build a strong reputation, comparing it to choosing quality hardscape materials.
  • 6:58
    The Future of Outdoor Living
    The conversation concludes with Alex and Rob reinforcing that lighting is essential for modern outdoor living spaces, offering contractors a competitive edge and increased customer satisfaction.

Speakers

A
Alex Cadieux
Host
R
Rob Redden
VP North America for In-Lite

Key Takeaways

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Integrate landscape lighting into your hardscape projects as an easy add-on; In-Lite's low-voltage systems simplify installation, often requiring no specialized electrical skills.

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Shift your sales approach from selling "lights" to selling "lighting effects" and emotional experiences, such as shadow play, to justify higher-value projects and deepen customer engagement.

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Leverage lighting to create depth and layers in outdoor spaces, even small ones, to make them feel larger and more inviting, thereby enhancing property value and homeowner satisfaction.

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Utilize landscape lighting as a powerful marketing tool; well-lit projects showcase your work at night, attracting new clients through visible, high-quality installations.

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Explore In-Lite's support resources, including design assistance, on-site training, and online courses, to confidently incorporate lighting and maximize profitability.

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Prioritize professional-grade lighting products to ensure durability, minimize callbacks, and maintain your business's reputation, ultimately safeguarding your profits and customer referrals.

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